Discussion:
Council held many meetings in 2016 and 2017 discussing housing density and the creation of an R-4 zoning category. Council also approved comprehensive plan amendments for two apartment developments, Southbridge and HyVee, both using the high density housing zoning.
The Southbridge Apartments are at a density of 25 units per acre. The HyVee apartments are at a density of 18.6 units per acre.
Staff will present projects, locations and other cities comprehensive plans to build a consensus on a final definition of high density to be amended to the 2008 Comprehensive Plan that reflects Council's past actions and intent and to provide guidance for future developments.